Collector coins

On 31 August 2018, Narodowy Bank Polski will be putting into circulation a collector banknote “Independence”.

All Polish collector coins feature:

face value

image of the Eagle established as the state emblem of the Republic of Poland

inscription: Rzeczpospolita Polska

year of issue

Issuing collector items is an occasion to commemorate important historic figures and anniversaries, as well as to develop the interest of the public in Polish culture, science and tradition.

Information on the issue schedule can be found at the www.nbp.pl/monety website.

Should you have any questions, please contact our consultants at the following phone numbers: +48 22 185 45 96 and +48 22 185 13 03.

Collector coins issued by NBP are sold in the NBP regional branches and at the online shop.

Narodowy Bank Polski is the central bank of the State, responsible for its monetary policy and price stability. The Bank’s functions are described in the Constitution of the Republic of Poland and the Act on NBP. NBP holds the exclusive right to issue the currency of the Republic of Poland. As the central bank, it does not provide accounts for the general public, accept deposits from or extend loans to individuals. It acts as a banker to the State budget and public sector entities. NBP also holds and manages the foreign exchange reserves of the State. Finally, it functions as a banker to banks, creating conditions for the operation of the Polish banking system. Narodowy Bank Polski is one of the most important research and analytical centres in the fields of economics and financial markets. For more information on NBP visit: www.nbp.pl

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100th Anniversary of Stefan Batory Junior and Senior High School in Warsaw

100th Anniversary of Stefan Batory Junior and Senior High School in Warsaw

Stefan Batory Junior High School in Warsaw was founded on 1 September 1918 with the resurgent Poland in mind. The school’s goal was encapsulated in these words: “…so that its students always bear in mind the highest standards of deep civil thought, empowered action and the majesty of the Polish State.” The task has been fulfilled – Batory has come to symbolise high academic achievement and deep commitment to the struggle for freedom of the home country. That is why this year’s anniversary’s motto is: “Batory – 100 years for Independent Poland.” It was for Poland that poet Krzysztof Kamil Baczyński wrote and perished (graduated in 1939). It was for Poland that Jan Rodowicz “Anoda” (graduated in 1941) – one of the thirty Batory alumni – cavaliers of the War Order of Virtuti Militari, studied and died.

The coin emphasises the school’s twofold contribution to Poland’s history. The academic achievements of the alumni and the significance of education for the functioning of a modern state are symbolised by an open book and a fragment of the school anthem “We are marching in a parade” (lyrics by Stanisław Młodożeniec, music by Witold Lutosławski, graduated in 1931).

The protagonists of the novel Stones for the Rampart remind us that more than three hundred students of Batory lost their lives on almost all the fronts of WWII. Many of them were members of the 23rd Warsaw Scouting Team, the famous “Pomarańczarnia” (Orangery),

On 22 August 2018, Narodowy Bank Polski is putting into circulation a silver collector coin “100th Anniversary of Stefan Batory Junior and Senior High School” with a face value of 10 złoty.

inseparably associated with Batory until now. “Zośka”, “Rudy” and “Alek” (all graduated in 1939) continue to inspire young people today. “Alek” painted the first anchors of Fighting Poland in 1942. They can be seen today on the pedestals scattered around the school premises.

The Batory building alludes to the palatial architecture style of the turn of the 17th century. The background of the reverse of the coin features the pattern of the polychromy from the assembly hall, which was given back its pre-war look on the occasion of the anniversary. The badge with three teeth awarded to every graduate is a reference to the coat of arms of the Batory family.

Marcin Miros

Face value: 10 złMetal: Ag 925/1000Finish: proof Diameter: 32.00 mmWeight: 14.14 gEdge (side): plain Mintage: up to 15,000 pcs

Designer: Robert Kotowicz

Issuer: NBP

The coins, commissioned by NBP, were struck by Mennica Polska S.A.